Acorn Homes is a provider of residential care homes for vulnerable children. We currently have multiple homes that have been rated \"Outstanding\" by Ofsted and are adding more homes to the Acorn family. We are always looking for more enthusiastic and dedicated people to join our team.

So, if you feel you can make a difference to young peoples lives please do not hesitate to apply. You could be a click away from a career what will change your life and the lives of children in need.

Acorn Homes are looking for the right Deputy Manager to join our home in Canterbury. We are looking for a Deputy Manager with experience of working in a Children's home, with managerial experience to deliver high standards of care, leadership and child protection to children and young people. Successful Deputy Manager will be confident, works well to their own initiative, possess excellent communication skills, is a good decision maker and has the ability develop staff to their full potential.

Acorn Homes is offering it's Deputy Managers £38,160 - £41,160 per annum per annum (including 2 sleep shifts per week, £40 per sleep) depending if the Deputy Manager holds a Diploma Level 5 in leadership and management.

Purpose of the Role of Deputy Manager:

A Deputy Manager will assist the Home Manager in maintaining the smooth running of the home by promoting a harmonious culture by co-ordinating, supervising, directing and facilitating the team in delivering high standards of care. Protection and support to the children and young people by facilitating their physical, psychological, emotional and social development.

Abilities required for the Role of Deputy Manager include but are not limited to:

• The ability to manage the home in the Managers absence, to an excellent standard.
• The ability to take responsibility for delivering care and support to the young people.
• The ability to ensure the home meets its regulatory and legislation requirements.
• The ability to work in accordance with the Quality Care Standards for Children's homes and co-operate with any inspection process.
• The ability to manage and lead the staff team.
• The ability to offer support and guidance during On-Call duties.
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both with colleagues and children, verbally and in writing.
• The ability to motivate, aid and guide children in their self-development.
• The ability to listen and respond both responsibly and appropriately with sensitivity.
• Ability to manage children who display disruptive or challenging behaviour and to guide/direct staff in managing that behaviour.
• Ability to manage and take direct responsibility for staff performance, training.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and observe data protection guidelines.

Benefits & Rewards we offer:

• Various Contracted hour shifts available
• Flexible working, to promote work life balance
• Maternity and Paternity packages
• Staff Loyalty Scheme, including extra annual leave days
• Staff Loyalty Scheme, including monetary awards each year
• £40 paid per sleep
• Refer a friend reward scheme earn up to £2000 per referral depending on experience
• Birthday gift worth £40 from the company each year
• Blue Light Card, offering a range of discounts and rewards
• 28 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Discretionary Travel Cost Scheme
• Opportunity to achieve an NVQ Level 5 paid for by the company
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Full induction programme
• Ongoing training and development, opportunities to progress within an expanding company and be part of an effective and supportive team

Essential Requirements for the Role of Deputy Manager:

• Two years experience working in a Children's Home.
• Knowledge and experience gained in a supervisory role of a Children's Home.
• Hold a Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care with Children and Young People.
• Be prepared to work early, late and night shifts (including sleepovers) on a rota basis.
• Be over the age of 21 (Employer has claimed an exemption under the Equality Act 2010).

Desirable Requirements for the Role of Deputy Manager:

• Hold a full UK driving license.

You will be joining a family owned company whos owner is a patron of the NSPCC. Acorn has an enviable reputation with local authorities for delivering good outcomes for young people and demonstrating resilience. Acorn currently operate ten registered homes all rated Good or Outstanding and you would become a successful part of the team within the home with full support from an active and engaged Deputy and Manager, head office and senior management team.

We look forward to hearing from you

Acorn Group are committed to ensuring the safety of our young people is upheld at all times, therefore all positions require an enhanced disclosure and satisfactory references. As an employee of Acorn Group it will be expected that you demonstrate the same commitment, by following our policies and procedures, as well as attending all mandatory training.